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  • Townhouse
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 2,486 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 49 minutes ago
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A masterfully reimagined 2016 Hill Harder Development project, this extraordinary Mansard style home occupies a prominent corner on one of Cambridge's most picturesque streets and lives like a single-family. Timeless character blends seamlessly with exceptional modern design, highlighted by soaring 11-foot ceilings, and a graceful original staircase. The beautifully appointed chef's kitchen features professional-grade appliances, tall cabinets and quartz counters, flowing effortlessly into elegant living and dining spaces with French doors opening to a beautifully landscaped private patio and fenced garden. Well proportioned bedrooms span the upper levels, while the expansive lower level offers a media room and a spacious ensuite guest suite. Radiant heated floors, spa-inspired baths, smart home technology, high-efficiency systems, and off-street parking for 2 cars complete this exceptional offering, moments from Harvard and Porter Squares and Cambridge's finest restaurants.

Full Property Details for 81 Garfield St #81

General

  • Price: $2,895,000
  • HOA FEE: $200/month
  • Taxes: $15,748 (2026)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Townhouse
  • Source: MLSPin
  • MLS ID: 73551177
  • Updated: Today (7/16/2026)
  • Added to Site: Today

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 7
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Concrete, Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main - Full Baths: 3
  • Main - 1/2 Baths: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Primary Bedroom: Yes

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: In Unit

Additional Information

  • Year Round: Yes

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Patio, Garden

Parking

  • Total Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Off Street, Tandem, Exclusive Parking

Location

  • County: Middlesex
  • Driving Directions: Mass Ave to Garfield St. On corner of Oxford and Garfield.

Community

  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Management Type: Owner Association

Heating & Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central Air, Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP)
  • Cooling Zones: 3
  • Heating Type: Forced Air, Heat Pump, Radiant, Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP)
  • Heating Fuel: Forced Air, Heat Pump, Radiant, Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP)
  • Heating Zones: 4

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Exterior Const.: Frame
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: N
  • Roof: Slate
  • Stories/Levels: 4
  • Square Feet: 2,486
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Plans
  • Year Built: 1873

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $1,164.52
  • Association Fee: $200
  • Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
  • Tax Amount: $15,748.88
  • Tax Year: 2026

Disclosures and Reports

  • Disclosures/Rstr.: More photos on the way! Check back Friday for interior shots. Additional washer/dryer hookup in closet on top floor. EV charger to be left for new owner. Lower living level has radiant floor heating, no central ac. House a recipient of a 2017 Preservation Award from Cambridge Historical Commission
  • Property ID: 5011112
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Schools serving 81 Garfield St #81

School District:Cambridge School District
NameGradesDistance
Maria L. Baldwin School
85 Oxford Street, Cambridge, MA 02138
PK-50.1 mi
Peabody School
70 Rindge Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02140
PK-50.8 mi
John M. Tobin Montessori School
359 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02139
PK-51.1 mi
Rindge Avenue Upper School
70 Rindge Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02140
6-80.8 mi
Putnam Avenue Upper School
100 Putnam Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02139
6-81.2 mi
Cambridge Street Upper School
840 Cambridge Street, Cambridge, MA 02141
6-81.5 mi
Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
459 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02138
9-120.7 mi
Martin Luther King, Jr. School
102 Putnam Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02139
PK-51.2 mi
Cambridgeport School
89 Elm Street, Cambridge, MA 02139
PK-51.4 mi
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Price & Sales History for 81 Garfield St #81 Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
Source
7/16/2026
Listed
$2,895,000
4.14%
MLS
8/30/2021
Sold
$2,780,000
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Tax History for 81 Garfield St #81

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$16,982
9%
$2,674,400
1%
2024
$15,624
10%
$2,639,200
9%
2023
$14,166
3%
$2,417,400
4%
2022
$13,804
5%
$2,331,700
4%
2021
$13,130
9%
$2,244,400
7%
2020
$12,034
4%
$2,092,800
8%
2019
$11,543
6%
$1,943,200
12%
2018
$10,938
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$1,739,000
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81 Garfield St #81, Cambridge, MA 02138 (MLS# 73551177) is a Townhouse property with 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 81 Garfield St #81 is currently listed for $2,895,000 and was received on July 16, 2026. This property is listed by Jennifer Gelfand Church from our Boston-Back Bay Office.Want to learn more about 81 Garfield St #81? Do you have questions about finding other Townhouse real estate for sale in Cambridge? You can browse all Cambridge real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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